Karelian Bear Dog
Breed Information |
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| Name | Karelian Bear Dog |
| Other names | KBD, Karjalankarhukoira, Karelsk Björnhund |
| Origin |  Finland |
| Breed Group | Northern (UKC) |
| Size | Medium |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 10-12 years |
| Temperament |
Brave Cautious Loyal Independent Tenacious Territorial |
| Height | 19-23 inches (48-58 cm) |
| Weight | 44-50 pounds (20-23 kg) |
| Colors |
Black Black & White |
| Litter Size | 4-8 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average $1400 - $1700 USD
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Breed Characteristics |
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| Adaptability |
4 stars |
| Apartment Friendly |
2 stars The Karelian Bear Dog is not recommended for apartment life. It should have acreage or a farm so it can run. These animals do not like to be confined. They can be kept in an outdoor kennel as long as they get plenty of chances to run. |
| Barking Tendencies |
3 stars Occassional |
| Cat Friendly |
3 stars |
| Child Friendly |
3 stars Not Good with Kids: In isolation, this dog breed might not be the best option for kids. However, to mitigate the risks, have the puppy grow up with kids and provide it with plenty of pleasant and relaxed experiences with them. |
| Dog Friendly |
3 stars |
| Exercise Needs |
5 stars |
| Grooming |
4 stars The all-weather coat is easy to care for, requiring little attention. Use a metal comb when the dog is shedding for easy removal of the lose hair from the undercoat. Like other Arctic dogs, the Karelian Bear Dog does not have doggie odor. This breed is an average shedder. |
| Health Issues |
1 stars Hypoallergenic: NoThis is a fairly healthy breed. |
| Intelligence |
3 stars Ranking: (N/A) Full Ranking List |
| Playfulness |
3 stars |
| Shedding Level |
3 stars Moderate Shedding: Expect this dog to shed regularly. Be prepared to vacuum often. Brushing will reduce shedding as well as make the coat softer and cleaner. |
| Stranger Friendly |
3 stars |
| Trainability |
1 stars Difficult Training: Training will be difficult, which might not be suitable for a first time dog owner. Patience and perseverance are required to adequately train it. Professional obedience schools can also be helpful. |
| Watchdog Ability |
4 stars |
Karelian Bear Dog Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Max | Molly |
| 02 | Buddy | Bella |
| 03 | Toby | Lola |
| 04 | Oscar | Roxy |
| 05 | Oliver | Luna |
| 06 | Riley | Maggie |
| 07 | Harley | Roxy |
| 08 | Teddy | Luna |
| 09 | Jake | Nala |
| 10 | Baxter | Stella |
| 100 Cute Puppy Names › | ||
Overview |
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The Karelian Bear Dog is a medium-sized, sturdily-built, Spitz-type dog, with a triangular-shaped head, prick ears, and a harsh, straight, black or black and white coat that is of medium length. The length of body, from point of buttocks to point of sternum, is just slightly longer than the height, measured at the withers. Slightly longer coat on the thighs may make the length of body appear greater. The tail is carried in a loose curl over the back, although a natural bob or stub tail is acceptable. Honorable scars or other evidences of injury resulting from working in the field are not to be penalized. The Karelian Bear Dog has a reserved but stable temperament and is very devoted to its master. Karelians have strong hunting instincts. They are normally aggressive with other dogs, particularly in their own territory, so they do not work well in a pack. They are fearless and self confident, and will attack bear and other large game without hesitation. Their senses, particularly the sense of smell, are very keen. They are never aggressive towards people. |
History |
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According to archeological records, dogs very similar to the modern Russo-european Laika and the Karelian Bear Dog existed in northeastern Europe and Scandinavia since Neolithic times. The breed standard for KBDs and Laikas today calls for a black-and-white marked dog, but originally the breed included individuals with coats of wolf gray of various shades, red coats like the standard spitz, and black-and-tan specimens as well. |
References
- [1] ^ YouTube: KARELIAN BEAR DOG: THE BIG GAME HUNTER
- [2] ^ FCI: KARJALANKARHUKOIRA (Karelian Bear Dog) Breed Standard
